Accountant - General Ledger

Celanese Corporation is a global chemical leader in the production of differentiated chemistry solutions and specialty materials used in most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use the full breadth of Celanese's global chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees, shareholders and the corporation. As we partner with our customers to solve their most critical business needs, we strive to make a positive impact on our communities and the world through The Celanese Foundation. Based in Dallas, Celanese employs approximately 13,000 employees worldwide and had 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion.

For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

Are you ready for your next challenge? Be part of an excellent team! Join Celanese Business Solutions Budapest, as

Accountant - General Ledger

YOU will be involved in the following tasks

• Responsible for US GAAP accounting, reporting and analyses of data and other ad hoc requests for information
• Perform month–end closings, general ledger account analysis and Balance Sheet account reconciliations, prepare SOX controls
• Prepare and post journal entries and Perform related account reconciliations, in addition to loading financial data into BCS monthly
• Prepare and review management reports and financial information analysis on monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Identifying, solving and/or escalating accounting issues to his/her supervisor
• Interact with other finance and accounting personnel thorough the organisation
• Continuously improve closing processes and efficiency
• Ensures compliance with Celanese policies / procedures and SOX controls
• Interfaces with external and internal auditors for PBC requests and process and account explanations
• Actively participate in general ledger change projects as required

What YOU will bring to the team:

• 2-4 years relevant work experience in accounting; previous experience in a shared service center or accounting experience at a large company, or fast paced environment is desired
• Bachelor/Master degree in Accounting
• Advanced understanding of accounting & internal accounting controls
• Be proactive
• Demonstrates healthy skepticism and effective problem solving and analytical skills
• Previous experience with Microsoft Excel
• Follows through on commitments and demonstrates ownership of results
• Effectively prioritizes assignments
• Understands the expectations of customers and delivers service that meets or exceeds customer’s needs within policy guidelines
• Exhibits a positive can-do attitude and approaches responsibilities with an open mind
• Ability to resolve ambiguous or complex assignments
• Must be a strong team player
• Demonstrated strong decision-making skills
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with personnel at all levels throughout the organization
• Must have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Previous experience with SAP (or similar ERP system) is an advantage

 In exchange we offer YOU the following benefits

• We work in a cutting-edge environment, using the latest ERP system and supporting process automation
• Attractive benefits: Cafeteria and Private Health Care Insurance
• Flexible working arrangements with home office
• Green, environmentally conscious, modern office
• Structured onboarding support
• Diverse career paths (people management, subject matter expert)
• Development opportunities (language courses, online learning courses)
• Company and team events and possibility to join social groups
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About Celanese

We create chemistry but we are much more than a chemistry company We’re engineers, scientists, technical experts and logistics specialist. We have more than 100 years of experience, a global network and a great passion for chemistry that comes from the heart. This is how we make sure that our plastics drive the cars of tomorrow, that our emulsions make interior paints even more eco-friendly and that our sweeteners reduce sugar also in your food products. Headquartered in Dallas (Texas) our global network includes around 12,000 employees, more than 80 locations in 20 countries with 3 global service centers Budapest, Nanjing, Irving.

About CBS

CBS (Celanese Business Solutions) Budapest is more than a shared service center. In our team, you’ll be a true partner to Celanese, a leading chemistry company, and join us in improving the world through innovation. You’ll bring world-class solutions to our customers by our end to end processes, and your great ideas will be welcome. You’ll have career defining moments helped by our culture of continuous improvement, and as one of our best talents, you’ll grow through cross-functional and international opportunities. You’ll feel like you belong in our diverse community. You’ll enjoy our commitment to wellbeing, flexible working conditions and our exceptional green office that guarantee a great work experience every day. You’ll be able to balance your priorities and focus on what matters to you the most. Wherever you may be in your personal and professional journey – you’ll always find your place at Celanese.

For more information, visit https//www.celanese.com/